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Entrepreneurial Leadership

The world needs entrepreneurial leaders to solve complex challenges that have persisted for decades or longer, as well as future ones we can’t even envision yet. Entrepreneurial leadership is both a skill set and a mindset, and entrepreneurial leaders impact businesses, organizations, and society because they put people first and manage in a relational way. Here, we illustrate the impact of entrepreneurial leadership through inspiring and uplifting stories from the Babson community and beyond.

A collage of photos of people on campus during the day
All in One Day: What Happens on Campus From sunrise to way past sunset, Babson’s Wellesley campus buzzes with activity—from the classrooms to the Commons, from the dining hall to the creative spaces, from the community meetings to the athletic fields. Here’s what happens during one typical September day.
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December 20, 2023

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-05-20 22:12:07
A man and woman smile as they both look at a laptop screen
I’ve Spent Decades Studying How Mentors Make You Successful. Here’s How You Find the Right Ones. In an article from Entrepreneur magazine, Professor Wendy Murphy advises everyone to build a personal board of advisors. Here are five things to know about finding the right mentors.
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December 18, 2023

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership, Insights

2026-05-11 13:33:34
a close-up picture of Marc Baghadjian
One Babson Entrepreneur’s Story: Forbes 30 Under 30 2024 Marc Baghadjian ’21 is one of four past Babson students named to the prestigious Forbes 30 Under 30 list. He talks of his entrepreneurial journey and of his venture, Hypercard, which counts OpenAI’s Sam Altman as an investor.
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December 13, 2023

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership, Outcomes

2026-05-12 22:23:03
A group of people join their hands in a team huddle
Great Leaders Must Be Great Coaches—Here’s How to Become One In an article from Entrepreneur magazine, Professor Scott Taylor provides a research-driven approach for entrepreneurial leaders to coach and effectively develop their teams.
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December 11, 2023

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership, Insights

2026-04-29 05:49:01
Sitting at a table in a crowded hall, three people are in the middle of discussion.
When Healthcare Startups and Investors Come Together By bringing together healthcare investors and startups, a Babson College event offers a peek at a vital and growing industry full of entrepreneurial opportunity.
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December 5, 2023

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-05-13 10:23:21
Man and woman fit puzzle pieces together
Developing a Passion for Problem Solving Speaking from the heart, entrepreneurial leaders share their experiences and advice at the inaugural Babson Global Entrepreneurial Leadership Forum.
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December 4, 2023

Posted in Community, Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-05-19 23:11:17
Tim Ryan holding up a graduation cap with a heart on it while on stage
Six Months Later, Alumni Experience Tim Ryan’s Ethos Firsthand at PwC  Recent graduates and current PwC associates reflect on what the “Leading with Love” speech by Tim Ryan ’88, H’23 at Commencement 2023 means in the workplace.
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December 1, 2023

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership, Outcomes

2026-05-19 23:11:17
Babson Miami student Nathesh Wazenn MBA'25
Miami Eco-Warrior: Babson MBA Student Talks Blue Economy  Babson Miami student Nithesh Wazenn MBA’25 discusses how he became involved in fighting climate change, the rising blue economy, and how anyone can dive in and join the fight.
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November 30, 2023

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership, Insights

2026-05-20 08:46:39
Jodie Foster and Annette Bening pose by the sea
How the New Movie Nyad Shows Entrepreneurial Leadership in Action Babson thought leaders offer recommendations of recent books, articles, movies, and websites that explore the nuances and strengths of entrepreneurial leadership.
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November 27, 2023

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-05-17 01:54:49
Babson College leaders are seated before an audience
Blank School Leaders Gather to Discuss Entrepreneurial Leadership In a noteworthy panel discussion, leaders from Babson’s Arthur M. Blank School for Entrepreneurial Leadership spoke of their career paths and of their work with students.
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November 20, 2023

Posted in Entrepreneurial Leadership

2026-05-11 18:22:03